Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 855

There had been a time when Lena had unconsciously pushed Aaron to the back of her mind.

As she unpacked in her room, the evidence of his meticulous care was everywhere. From the bathroom to the closet, every detail was already handled. Her personal essentials? Perfectly stocked. When she was younger, being with Aaron meant she never had to think or plan-he always had it covered. Apparently, nothing had changed.

When Lena stepped out, the dining table was set with a spread that looked straight out of a food magazine.

"Uncle Aaron, don't tell me these are pre-made meals," she said, narrowing her eyes in disbelief.

It had only been a short while since they'd arrived, yet he somehow managed to have everything ready.

"For your first meal here? No chance. Come try it," Aaron replied, already sitting down.

What Lena didn't know was that he'd started prepping before picking her up-soup simmering, ingredients chopped, everything ready to finish when they got back. peppers with

asparagus, roasted

The table held honey-glazed pork ribs, sautéed red eggplant with herbs, and a crisp green salad. Every dish was something Lena loved.

at home in a while," Aaron said

froze, eyeing him suspiciously. "Wait, my mom

frowned like she'd just insulted him. "Really,

was seriously testing

anything you're

Aaron stood there wondering if he should dock his assistant's bonus for being too thorough in

I couldn't resist. "Wow, Dr. Lane, feeling fancy today?" "Why not?" she said, gesturing to the skincare Aaron had stocked for her: luxury

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beauty tools-the works. Not using them would feel

we should start calling you Dr. Beauty instead," I teased, then frowned. "Wait

the

back, you're still welcome," Hayden

back. "But if I come, I'm sharing a bed with your wife. Don't throw

lets

had been too long

and I shifted to a more serious topic. "So, when can